The article identifies AC/DC’s 1990 single ‘Thunderstruck’ as the decade’s best-selling classic rock song, arguing that its enduring appeal comes from its instantly recognisable guitar introduction, high-energy riff and sexual confidence. It presents the track as a defining example of how established rock bands remained commercially powerful during a decade increasingly associated with grunge, alternative rock and pop.

Released on AC/DC’s album The Razors Edge, ‘Thunderstruck’ became a major international hit and has continued to feature heavily in films, television, sport and live events. The article highlights guitarist Angus Young’s opening tapping sequence and singer Brian Johnson’s vocal delivery, quoting the band’s description of the song as “sexuality personified”; however, it does not provide specific sales figures or a clearly sourced ranking methodology.